Notes For Women

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22020, 1 August 1933, Page 12

Notes For Women

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PERSONAL AND SOCIAL Miss M'Lean is the guest of,Mrs W. E Collins, of Wellington.

Mr and Mrs Norwood Ussher of Sum ner. Christchurch, are visiting Dunedin.

Miss Adine Acton-Adams is the guest of Mrs Norton Francis, of Timaru.

Miss E. Low is visiting her parents, Mr and Mrs A. D. Low, of Masterton.

Mrs John Ritchie and Miss Alice Ritchie left by the through express yesterday to spend a short holiday in Wellington.

Mrs L. F. Sarten, of Wellington, is on a visit to Dunedin, and is staying at the Hotel Carlton.

Miss Joan Ritchie, who was the guest of Mrs W. T. Ritchie, of Timaru, has returned to Dunedin.

Mrs W. J. Bardsley has returned to New Plymouth after spending three weeks with her son and his family at Hawera. Mrs Bardsley hopes to leave for the north in the course of a few weeks.

Last evening, at the Savoy, the Six and Four Club —a gathering of young artists — entertained Mr Leslie Greener at a dinner party. Later the guests went to the home of Miss Lexie M'Arthur for an exchange, of views on art in the modern world.

The engagement has been announced of Olwen, only daughter of the late Professor R. Evan Davies, of Dunedin, and Mrs Davies, of Rydale road, Ryde, Sydney, and Hubert, eldest son of Mr and Mrs H. L. Atkinson, of Meadowbank, New South Wales.

At North Taieri this evening and the two following evenings, and also tomorrow afternoon, a display of antiques will be made in the Presbyterian Church. There ■will be an old-time concert each night, and a costume parade. Hot suppers will be served at a buffet. Buses will leave Mosgiel railway station each evening and to-morrow afternoon.

Mr Paul Vinogradoff, the noted Russian pianist, whose recital in the Town Hall Concert Chamber last evening was received with much enthusiasm by the audience, will be the guest of honour at a party arranged by the Music Circle at the Otago Women's Club this afternoon. Mr Vinogradov is also a member of the British Music Society. All members of the club will be welcome.

Last evening Mr and Mrs Stuart Cameron gave a party for Miss Crowe at her residence, Montpelier. The time was spent in amusing games and competitions, into which the guests entered with enthusiasm. There were present Mr and Mrs A. C. Cameron, Mr and Mrs C. Edgar, Mr and Mrs R. Cameron, Professor Strong, Dr Marion Whyte, Misses Crowe and Bowbyes, Dr P. Jerram, Dr de Monchaux, and Messrs A. Hart, S. Kirkby, and W. Hawksworth.

Miss Charlotte Niven, general secretary, of the World's Y.W.C.A., left by yesterday's express for Wellington. Members of the Y.W.C.A. board and staff and staff and prefects of Archerfield School were in the farewelling party, as well as Mrs Mackie Begs and Miss Black. Miss Niven's further itinerary includes Wellington, New Plymouth. Auckland, and Whangarei, and she will also attend Y.W.C.A. conferences of general secretaries and of the National Board in midAugust. * * *

On Saturday last, at the conclusion of the official welcome to Mr C. A. Martin, Mus.Bac, L.R.A.M., by the Otago branch of the M.T.A., the president (Mr John T. Leech) and Mrs Leech entertained the membere of the council at the Savoy. Mr Martin was the guest of honour, and the opportunity was taken to express the delight of the guests in having him once more with them. Others present were: —■ Mrs Mason, Misses Martin, E. Yorston, I. White, B. Barth, and B. Favell, Dr.-V. E. Galway, and Messrs, H. Riddle, C. Roy Spackman, and W. A. Lilly.

On Thursday a successful mixed card evening organised by the lady bowlers was held in the Kaituna bowling pavilion, which was made very cosy for the occasion. The object was to raise funds to beautify the new green, which was laid down last year. After supper the president (Mrs C. R. Benfield) presented prizes to the lucky winners—Mesdames A. Crawford and P< Curtis and Messrs Bell and Webster. Mr W. Ripley, in a happy speech, thanked Mrs Benfield and all who had assisted her in making the evening a pronounced success.

On Thursday last a pleasant evening was spent at the home of Mr and Mrs T. Clarke, of Law street, Caversham. The party was one of the functions arranged by the committee of Miss Dorothy Cox, who is the representative of Standard 111 in the Caversham School Queen Carnival. Over 30 young people were present, and all thoroughly enjoyed the programme of games that had been arranged. In a novelty competition, Miss Edwards and Mr Hubbard proved the winners and were both presented with useful prizes by Miss Isaacs, in whose capable hands control of arrangements for the evening had been placed.

A pretty wedding was solemnised at Colnmba Church, Oamaru. when Caroline (Jackie), younger daughter of Mr and Mrs Chalmers, Waiareka, was married to Thomas Jennings, third son of the late Mr and Mrs C. Ditford, of Christchurcli. The Rev. W. Maclean performed the ceremony, and Miss Moffat officiated at the organ. The bride, 'who entered the church with her father, was gowned in powder blue georgette, with hat and shoes to match, and carried a bouquet of bronze chrysanthemums. Miss Loweii, who acted as bridesmaid, was also gowned in blue, with beige hat and shoes to tone, and carried a bouquet of bei~« and white chrysanthemums. Mr W. Chalmers Was the best man. After the ceremony a reception "was held at the Bungalow, where Mrs Chalmers and Mrs Archbold (sister of the bridegroom') received the guests. Mr and Mrs Ditford left later by car for the north.

If is a pitythat there was so small an audience to witness the one-act plays presented by the Duncdin Comedy Players on Friday and Saturday of last week, for the entertainment was very pleasing indeed. A dim light, necessary to the nature of the play, prevented any costumes from standing out clearly in " The Silent Figure"—the first play presented, but formed an admirable setting for a green spot-light which streamed through a window so as to produce a wizard effect of mooashine. In " Waterloo,", the second play. Miss Dorothy Seoul ar wore a gown of pink muslin with a white fichu and apron, and looked very pretty. But the honours of the evening went to " It Happened on Dartmoor," an, exquisitely-played and produced piece in which Miss Jessie M'Lcnnan, in particular, acted faultlessly. Her dress of fuchsia-coloured georgette, utterly plain and graceful with a tiny puff at the top of its long sleeves and a posy at the throat, made her appear in the best light in contrast to Miss Sybil Henderson in her white wool-lace evening gown, her blue and silver Chinese pyjamas, and her travelling costume with its tartan gloves and scarf and large tomato-coloured velour hat. Miss Henderson naturally presented unrest and guilt. Miss M'Lennan poise, restraint, and self-control. The play was a pleasure to witness.

On Friday evening, at the Caversham School Hall, an enjoyable concert and dance were given by the _ Standard VI children, and assisting artists, in aid of funds for the Standard VI Queen (Margery Goodwin). The hall was filled to overflowing. The first half of the programme was given by the children themselves, and the second half by the following artists:—Misses Parker, Anderson, and Denford, and Messrs Young, Johnstone, and Ferguson (songs), Mr Martindale and Miss Tyrrell (a duet), Miss Small (recitation), Miss Alwyn May la pianoforte solo), Misses Joyce and Winnie Todd (a dance duo), all receiving wellmerited recalls. Miss Anderson supplied the accompaniments for the visitors, and Mrs Barrie for the children. The hinds for the Queen should be greatly augmented by the proceeds from the concert and sale of sweets.

Recent guests at Wood's Private Hotel include the following:—Mr T. L. Uren, Mr J. O'Neill (Christchurch), Mr and Mrs J. E. Grainger (Timaru), Miss Lloyd, Mr F. Norton (Oamaru), Mr K. Mason (Kingston), Mis N. Davie*, Mr O. Overton (Queenstown), Mr P. Cameron (Glenorchy), Mr C. R. Shent (Milton), Mr F. G. Parker (Stirling), Mr and Mrs A. MacDonald (Waipori), Mr H. N. M'Leod (Cromwell), Mr and Mrs R. Black (Omakau), Mr J. Black (Middlemarch), Mr R. A. Chisholm (Ranfurly), Mrs Fibs, Mr R. M'Corkindale (Waitahuna), Mr J Trotter, Mr J. Grant, Mr D. Grant (Kurow), Mr and Mrs T. Saxon, Mr Hiseock (Roxburgh), Mr Isbister (Pembroke), Mr J. Helton (Popotunoa), Mrs Rivers, Mrs Simonsen, Miss Fraser. Mr E. E. Service. Mr J. Service, Mr Ruff, sen.. Mr J. Ruff, jun. (Alexandra), Mr L. Mathieson (Rangiora).

The Taieri Sub-branch of the Plunket Society is endeavouring to raise sufficient funds to pay its quota to ensure a bi-weekly visit from the nurse. To help this fund the branch this year held a ball, and the committee and generous friends did all the catering. The Borough Council granted the free use of the hall, and thanks to this kindly assistance its funds were considerably helped. For the past seven years the sub-branch has been very fortunate in having for treasurer Mrs Wilson, who has not spared herself in her efforts to increase the membership. This year her health made it necessary that she retire. Each year the committee arranges for a demonstration by the matron and nurses from Karitane Hospital on the bathing and care of a baby. To this demonstration are invited the girls of the secondary school and the senior girls of all the local primary schools. The pupils are invited to submit essays, which are written under school supervision, and for the best of which the committee offers a prize to each school. This year the demonstration will be held early in September.

This is a note exclusive to our fair readers—though mere males may approach it at their own risk (says an exchange). You remember the Woolworth heiress who misguidedly (we hope not) wedded a Mdivani sprig of Caucasian royalty? Well, here is a list of knickknacks she purchased in Paris on the eve of the wedding:—Wedding gown, veil, shoes, stockings, gloves, flOO; wedding lingerie, girdle, brassiere, step-ins, slip, £25; two tailored town suits, £SO; two "week-end" country suits, £35; six printed silk frocks, £9O; three coats, £4B; five afternoon dresses, semi-formal, £125; two three-quarter coats to go with dresses, £45; four complete ensembles including pique jackets, scarves, and trimmings), £IOO. eight hats, £4O; two dozen pairs of stockings, £24; one dozen pairs of gloves, £l2; lingerie, including a dozen of everything, £IOO, four street pocket books, £l6; three evening purses, £ls; hankies and scarves, £10; costume jewellery, £2O; cosmetics —perfumes, powders, etc., £4O; miscellaneous, £loo.—total, £995.

"Of course, my daughter has had our consent to work as a waitress—my husband and I got her the job," recently said Lady Coventry, wife of Sir Reginald Coventry, K.C., whose daughter, Mary Gwennlian, granddaughter of the Earl of Coventry, is working as a waitress in London (states a correspondent). "Mary left school when she was 19 and, as she wanted a position, it was suggested that she should take a job in one of our large restaurant concerns. She has been there for about two years. I think that such a position will help equip her for life, for she will come into contact and hear the views and ideas of all types and classes of people. lam afraid Ido not know what my daughter is at the moment, whether she is manageress, waitress, or what. For you see, she lives at a hostel, and I have not seen her lately. However, there is one thing I know and that. is that she did not feel embarrassed as reported when our chauffeur and his wife were said to have sat down at one of the tables she served when we visited the restaurant—for we have no chauffeur! Mary is not a specially independent type of girl, but she is doing this because she thought that she ought to help herself."

Saturday evening's programme from the New Zealand Broadcasting Board's Station 4YA took the form of tranmissing the "Old Time Dance," given by 4YA in the Somerset Lounge of the Savoy. Invitations were issued to between 30 and 40 couples, chiefly those who appear in the station programmes, and the guests were received by Mr H. Ninnis, station manager, and Mrs Ninnis. A prompt start was made at 8 p.m. with an old-time band playing many of the popular old melodies, whilst the figures of the dances -were called by a master of ceremonies. Marked jollity prevailed right from the start, the only pause in dancing being during the vocal interludes furnished by the Ramblers' Quartet, with Mrs Ernest Drake acting, as usual, as studio accompanist. The dance was probably at its height about 10 p.m. and onwards, when a number of guests arrived from a nearby musical function. The programme was broadcast not only to 4YA listeners but also via 3YA Christehurch and 4ZP Invercargill. A large number of reports indicate how widespread was the enjovment. The broadcast closed at 11.10. After supper dancing was resumed until midnight. The Savoy was decorated in its usual good taste, with the addition of coloured lights and greenery, and cheery log iires. Everything moved very smoothly, and all present voted the evening a complete success.

The third meeting of the Ladies' Auxiliary Committee of the Dunedin Symphonic Orchestra was held in 'the Mayoress's rooms. Town Hall, on Friday afternoon. At the conclusion of the business part of the meeting an interesting and instructive lecture was given by Miss Ida G. White, who took excerpts from the ensuing programme to be given by the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra on Thursday week in the Concert Chamber. Miss White's capability as a lecturer proved of outetandimc merit, and her demonstrations in detail work of the instrumental composition of orchestration proved a delight' to her audience. Excerpts were also taken from Beethoven's Eighth Symphony, this master's work being very ably portrayed by the lecturer. At the conclusion, Miss White was accorded a hearty vote of thanks in appreciation. Mr A. Pettitt ably assisted at the piano. Those present were the Mayoress (Mrs E. T. Cox), Lady Sidey, Mcsdames J. A. Hanan (president), E. C Reynolds, R. S. Black, J. P. Elder, J. Leech. P. M'Laurin, E. C. Begg, S. F. Aburn, G. T. Bailey, M. Baylee, 11. F. Marshall. F. Gumming, G. T. Errington, A. Ibbotson, J. A. Wallis (treasurer), W. P. Coughlan (secretary), Mine. Saldaigne, and Misses G. Smith and K. Geerin. The hostesses for the afternoon were Airs J. A. Hanan and Mrs H. F. Marshall.

The Wilford Tea Gardens was the scene of a happy and cheerful gathering last week, the occasion being the coming of age of Misa Violet Brunton, youngest daughter of Mr and Airs Robert Brunton, of Tomahawk. _ The 70 guests enjoyed a cheerful evening, dancing, games, and musical items following in quick succession. Items were rendered by Misses Ruby Price, Lexie Mathieson, Joyce Keown, and Violet Brunton, and by Messrs Alexander Smaill, sen., and D. J. S. Robertson. Miss May Allen at the piano kept the dancers full of enjoyment at their pastime. After the toast of the performers, dancing and further items concluded a happy and enjoyable evening. Among those present were: Mcsdames Brunton, wearing wine georgette; Weir, black georgette; J. Mathieson, black satin; Ings, floral georgette; J. Smaill, rose pink georgette; M'Phcrson, floral georgette; R. B. Mathieson, flame floral georgette; J. Robertson, navy blue satin; A. Mathieson, floral georgette; R. Mathieson, red satin; W. T. Smaill, black georgette and lace; A. Smaill, navy blue satin; Harbrow, pink georgette; T. Dickson, flame satin; and M. Dickson, floral georgette; Misses Brunton, shell pink with lace; L. Mathieson, organdie muslin; M'Phcrson, shell pink satin; Price, gold satin; I. Mathieson, pink net and lace; J. Mathieson, blue chiffon, velvet; Keown, flame satin; M. Robertson, red satin; D. Robertson, blue satin; Patrick, blue crepe; Collins, pale blue satin; Smaill, blue georgette; Bedford, green satin; M'Chiskey, lemon satin; Hurrell, red velvet; Harbrow, orange satin; Russell, red georgette; Kerse, black satin; Barton, floral georgette; and Messrs R. Brunton, Ings, J. Brunton, J. Smaill, A. Smaill, sen., W. Smaill. A..Smaill. jun., R. B. Mathieson, R. Mathieson, J. Robertson, D. J. Robertson, Harbrow, T. Dickson, C. Mathieson, A. Collins, M. Dickson, Forrester, Patrick, Keown, Allan, N. Robertson, G. Dickson, C. Hurrell, Irvine, and A. Hurrell.

Members of the Home Science Department, Extension Bureau, and hostels' staffs gave a delightful informal morning tea on Friday as a farewell to Professor Strong and Miss Isobel Crowe, who leave shortly for America. A dainty tea prepared entirely by the home science students was served in the dining room, where vases of yellow narcissi made an effective decoration set on lemon-coloured linen cloths. Following tea, Mrs A. G. B. Fisher, on behalf of those present, asked Mrs Strong to accept a cheque to be spent on some suitable gift when she reached America, and also a bouquet of spring flowers. Mrs Strong feelingly replied. Miss Reid then presented Miss Crowe with a brown leather travelling bag and a posy of primroses, Miss Crowe thanking the donors for their gift and kind wishes. In the evening a happy function took place at Studholme House, the occasion being Professor Strong's birthday. The dining room was decorated with spring flowers, and presented a festive appearance. In the centre of the table of honour stood the birthday cake, adorned with 21 candles, and at each place was a bouquet. The guests of the evening were Professor Strong and those students whose twenty-first birthdays take place this year. Miss Gray, president of the Studholme House Students' Council, acted as toast mistress. The toast list was as follows:—"The King," proposed by Miss Grey; "The University," by Mrs Benson; /The Staff," proposed by Dr Marion Whyte and replied to by Professor Strong; " The Seniors," proposed by Miss Clouston and replied to by Miss Fraser; and the " Tweuty-oners," proposed by Miss Geddes and replied to by Miss Jean M Culloch. Among those guests present were Mesdames Benson, Fisher, Cameron, and Stephens, and Miases Bowbyes, Thompson, and Crow, and Drs Whyte and Gregory.

Ihe older generation in New York society is raising its eyebrows over the publication of a hand book of practical etiquette for the girl who comes out in 1933. " Times and manners have changed so much and with such rapidity that the older generation can't even pause to be horrified," says the author. Miss AliceLeone Moats. She warns the debutante that it is now considered smug to reply: " I don't smoke," when offered a cigarette. " No, thank you," is quite sufficient. The dance floor is the one place left where it is unforgiveable for either man or woman to carry a lighted cigarette. As regards cosmetics, the only sin against society seems to be make-up badly applied. There is no- longer any question of the propriety of a girl making up in public, and Miss Moats reports that the would-you-brush-your-teeth-in-public? " attitude to this question died quietly some time ago. Miss 1933 is instructed that when, giving her picture to an admirer she must on no account inscribe sentiments upon it. She must follow the example of royalty and simply sign her name. Miss Moats warns her also that writing love letters has gone completely out of style. And, should she receive any, she must immediately destroy them. " Packages of love letters tied up in pastel ribbons smack ridiculously of the nineties." Despite the freedom of modern manners, the chaperon still exists, although she is described as "half blind and extremely tolerant." As she does not ask questions and is willing to stay where she is put, "few girls object to having a chaperon, for they realise that she actually supplies more freedom than she takes away. Her presence makes it difficult to gossip about a girl, no matter what happens." Most modern chaperons are supplied by an agency which specialises in finding suitable elderly ladies.

On the«.aftei'noon of Tuesday, June 27, a pretty wedding was solemnised at St. Paul's Cathedral by the Very Rev. Dean Cruickshank, the contracting parties being Eileen Nelnes, elder daughter ot Mr and Mrs W. P. Coughlan, of Roslyn, and Charles Thomas, second son of Mr and Mrs John Morgan, of "To Arawa," Merewether, New South Wales. The bride, escorted by her father, looked charming in a wedding gown of ivory Chantilly lace with an under dress of satin. The sleeves, long and tight fitting to the wrist, were adorned at the shoulder with three satin-edged frills falling to the elbow. The bodice was high-waisted, with pouched effect, and was completed with a sash tied in a bow at the back. The skirt of tiny godets cut on diagonal lines to the kneee fell in soft folds to the instep, and was finished at each godet with a tiny satin bow and orange blossom buds; a short train billowed out at the back. The long veil was of tulle, with wide lace forming a cap over the head and adorned at the back and side with clusters of orange blossom. The bride carried a sheaf of Ethel Turner chrysanthemums, and wore a crystal necklace. The bridesmaid was Miss Olivp Wallace, who wore a cherry-red silk velvet frock with cap and shoes to tone and carried Edith Cavell chrysanthemums finished with a cherry-red bow. Her necklace also was of crystal. In attendance was the bride's sister, Pat, attired in mulberry chiffon velvet with a cape trimmed with silver fox fur, a mulberry felt turban, and accessories of silver grey. Mr John T. Logan, of Roxburgh, was best man. and Mr Heywood played the organ. The reception was held at the Somerset Lounge, where the guests were received by tli'e bride's mother in a gown of black ring velvet and georgette with a black velvet cape lined with parchment velvet and a black panne velvet hat to tone; she carried a posy of small golden chrysanthemums. Later in the evening the bride's parents entertained the guests at their residence. When the bride and bridegroom left for the north on their honeymoon the bride travelled in a mustard' coat frock with hat to tone and a musquash fur coat.